In “The 6th Man,” Antwan Tyler, played by Kadeem Hardison, and his little brother, Kenny, played by Marlon Wayans, seem poised to take the University of Washington Huskies basketball team to new heights. During a game, however, Antwan collapses due to cardiac issues and dies en route to the hospital. Kenny’s play and social life quickly deteriorates until he finally cries in agony “I need you” to his brother’s retired jersey in the rafters.

Little does Kenny know, his request allows Antwan to come back to finish what he started — as a ghost. Bizarre, and funny, events occur due to the ball-hogging poltergeist as the Huskies get back on track to going deep into March Madness. But, at what cost? While “The 6th Man” is primarily uplifting due to its light hearted, comical nature, it also has important themes of the importance of brotherhood and fair play.

Parents should be warned, however, that The 6th Man is rated PG-13 and has some foul language and crude moments.

In “Hoosiers,” the Milan High School (Indiana) basketball team has very little going for it. Head coach Norman Dale, played by Gene Hackman, is an old-school coach who has limited options of teams he can coach after hitting a student at a previous job. The team is sparse on numbers and undisciplined. The only player with terrific talent, Jimmy Chitwood, played by Maris Valainis, may not even play. Add in the fact that the only assistant coach Dale can scrounge up is town drunk, Shooter Flatch, played by Dennis Hopper, and it looks like the team is doomed to a very forgettable season.

Against all odds, slowly the team begins to come together after the players band together to support their coach and buy into his system. Still, is it enough to beat the more talented teams with more players when the school reaches the state playoffs? The recipe for “Hoosiers” has often been duplicated in the years since its release in 1986 and the plot may seem formulaic at this point. Still, the film ranks as one of the most inspirational sports movies of all time and is well worth it for all members of the family. It also has a terrific and memorable soundtrack.

Ok.com gives says the film is appropriate for kids 10 and up and is rated as 100 percent worth your time.

Millions of high school kids around the United States, and more and more internationally, dream of one day playing in the NBA. “Hoop Dreams” is a documentary that follows two young people with such dreams. The teens, William Gates and Arthur Agee, are African-Americans from crime-riddled inner city Chicago. After being spotted by a scout from a private school in a wealthy suburb outside of Chicago, the players agree to make the long daily commute to attend classes and play for the school because of its reputation for helping players make the NBA.

“Hoop Dreams” follows Gates and Agee in high school and beyond as they chase their dreams. In the process, the documentary takes a frank look at the struggles of so many families across the nation who are languishing in poverty. While there is not an ending that makes Disney producers salivate, the film has terrific uplifting themes of the power of hope and the indomitable nature of the human spirit.

Parents should be warned that “Hoop Dreams” is PG-13 and has honest glimpses of inner city life with drug use and other criminal activity. There is also some strong profanity. Also of note is that the film is nearly three hours long. “Hoop Dreams” can be watched on Netflix.

What is your favorite basketball movie?

Dylan Cannon is a regular Ok.com and KSL.com contributor. He can be reached via email at dylancannon86@gmail.com.

Yodeling Boy Mason Ramsey Signs With Atlantic Records, Debuts First Single Ramsey, who shot to fame after a viral video of him yodeling at an Illinois Walmart surfaced, just debuted “Famous.” “If I'm gonna be famous for somethin'/I wanna be famous for lovin' you/If I'm gonna be known around the world/I wanna because of you, girl” Mason Ramsey, “Famous” It’s been quite the rush to stardom for the 11-year-old, who appeared on The Ellen Show and performed at Coachella earlier this month. “I’d been to Nashville a few times before, but never thought something like this would happen. It’s a dream to sign with Atlantic and Big Loud.” Mason Ramsey “I loved recording ‘Famous’ and can’t wait for everyone to hear it.”

Steve Aoki, Pitbull And Other Stars Make An Apperance At The "Keep Memory Alive" Gala

Steve Aoki, Pitbull And Other Stars Make An Apperance At The "Keep Memory Alive" Gala. (Janna Karel Las Vegas review-Journal)

"Hamilton" Fans Line Up Overnight At Smith Center To Get Tickets

"Hamilton" fans line up overnight at Smith Center to get tickets. (Janna Karel Las Vegas Review-Journal)

5 concerts to see in Las Vegas this week

You can visit the speakeasy in The Mob Museum's basement... if you know the password

6 new foods hitting movie theaters in 2018

Lip Smacking Foodie Tours takes you where the locals go

Donald Contursi talks about Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, which offers walking tours of restaurants on and off Las Vegas Boulevard with food samples and tidbits of history about the places they visit.

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Welcomes New Baby Girl!

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Welcomes New Baby Girl! The 45-year-old actor posted an adorable photo on Instagram, celebrating his newborn baby girl, Tiana Gia Johnson. Dwayne Johnson, via Instagram Dwayne Johnson, via Instagram Dwayne Johnson, via Instagram This is Johnson’s second daughter with his girlfriend, Lauren Hashian. His oldest daughter, Simone Garcia Johnson, came from his previous marriage. Johnson and Hashian first announced they were expecting another child back in January. Congratulations!!

This "Alice in Wonderland" cocktail changes colors and flavors while you sip

Take a tour of The Underground at The Mob Museum

Prince death investigation coming to an end

Prosecutors in Minnesota plan an announcement Thursday on the two-year investigation into Prince's death from a drug overdose
Prince was 57 when he was found alone and unresponsive in an elevator at his Paisley Park estate on April 21, 2016. An autopsy found he died of an accidental overdose of fentanyl.
Search warrants unsealed about a year after Prince died showed that authorities searched his home, cellphone records of associates and his email accounts to try to determine how he got the drug. The county attorney has scheduled a morning announcement at which time charges could be filed.

1. Marilyn Monroe, known then as Norma Jeane, obtained her first divorce in Las Vegas at the age of 20 on September 13, 1946. 2. According to some biographers, Monroe lived at 604 S. 3rd Street for four months during the summer of 1946. The house has since been torn down and is now the site of a parking lot. 3. In 1954, Monroe almost married Joe DiMaggio in Las Vegas but the wedding was called off last minute. The wedding was to be held at the Hotel El Rancho Vegas which was located on the southwest corner of Sahara Avenue and Las Vegas Boulevard. 4. Las Vegas has at least one road dedicated to the star. Marilyn Monroe Avenue is located in east Las Vegas and intersects with Betty Davis Street and Cary Grant Court. 5. There are currently more than 20 Marilyn Monroe impersonators for hire in the Las Vegas Valley.

This boozy milkshake is big enough to share with seven of your best friends